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Jewish Residents of Leisure World Silver Spring, Maryland

November 2010, Heshvan - Kislev 5770 Newsletter Editor: Bernice F. Cohen 301-598-0192 Website: http://www.jrlw.org

 

JRLW

President’s

Message As the last days of summer are fading

away, our thoughts turn to falling leaves, dark mornings and, eventually, cold weather. But every season has its compensations; and football, cozy fireplaces and Thanksgiving come into view. I love Thanksgiving – families unite, a relative we don’t see too often appears at our table; children who were just babies when last we saw them are now entering high school and even college They have become adults before our very eyes. We can give thanks for living in this country where we can openly express our opinions and cast our ballots for whomever we desire. Above all, as Jews we may worship in synagogues of our choice. How fortunate we are to live in the United States where our rights are protected by our Constitution. Don’t forget to vote – it’s our duty and our privilege!! Shalom, Dolly Solomon

Upcoming November

Events  

1st Mon. Art of Pissarro 10:30 AM 3rd Wed. Hadassah Board Mtg 10 AM 3rd Wed. Na’Amat regular meeting 12:30 5th Fri.- JRLW Con Services – Interfaith JWV Sponsors 7th Sun. JRLW Theater J “Odd Couple” 7th Sun. JWV Brunch 8th Mon. JRLW Book Fair 11 AM 8th Mon. JRLW Art of Pissarro 10:30 AM 8th Mon. JRLW Bd Mtg 8:00 PM 9th Tue. Na’Amat Book & Author - Lunch 10th Wed. B’nai B’rith Bd Mtg 7:30 PM 13th Sat. JRLW Cons. 14th Sun. Israel Rally 14th Sun. KRISTALLNACHT 7:30 PM 16th Tue. Na’Amat Bd Mtg. 10:00 AM 17th Wed. Hadassah Reg Mtg 12:30 PM 17th Wed. JWV Bus Mtg 17th Wed. B’nai B’rith Mtg 1:30 PM 21st Sun. JRLW Breakfast 10:00 AM 24th Wed. JRLW Interfaith Thanksgiving 30th Tue. JRLW Comedian Keith Barany 1 PM

Religious Services

Snapshot

JRLW together with Shaare Tefila Congregation, are conducting services every Sunday morning at 8:45 AM and minyans Sun thru Thu 7:30 PM in the Clubhouse II Café’.

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  2   Friday Evening Conservative Shabbat Services 8 PM at Interfaith Chapel. Services will be led by Rabbi Gary Fink. Ed Laskin will lead the Choir. Services will be sponsored by JWV.

Saturday morning Conservative Services will be at 9:15 in Clubhouse II. Services will be led by Cantor Michael Kravitz. Preliminary Service will be led by Justin Kramer. We will celebrate the Bat Mitzvah of Joan Engelman Haftorah will be chanted by Hymie Rosenberg and D’var Torah will be recited by Bernice Blumenthal. Shacharit will be led by Cantor Kravitz.

Religious Committee Activities

Al Firestone/Gerry Sommer

High Holidays 2010 Again we thank all of our Clergy for conducting very successful and enjoyable services. Conservative services that were conducted by Rabbi Gary Fink and Cantor Mike Kravitz who also was the Shofar blower. Reform services that were conducted for the first time by Rabbi Stephanie Bernstein and Cantor Susan Berkson accompanied on her cello by Lori Barnet. We now want to include thanks Naomi Guttman, our Shofar blower. Naomi grew up at B’nai Shalom of Olney, is a student in a local High School and plays an instrument in her school. She came through for us when we were in a desperate need of a Shofar blower: Thank you. Sukkot Our Sukkot services were very successful due to the leadership of Susan Weiss. She was in overall charge and together with her husband Jerry, helped set-up the Sukkah,

served as hostess and helped clean-up, among her other chores. Our thanks also go to Janet Lazar, Suzie Offit, Phyllis Rothstein, Naomi Kline, Jack and Helen Cubert, Laura Sussan and the children, teachers and parents from the Children’s Learning Center who helped to decorate the Sukkah. Other members of JRLW who deserve recognition for their contribution to our Sukkot services are: Jerry Miller and Egon Guttman who conducted our services, the clean-up crew consisting of Janet Lazar, Miriam Gilbert ,Jerry and Susan Weiss, and our Hostesses Sunday thru Tuesday:

Theda Rosenblum, Joan Lees, Dora Wistreich, Sue Rudo, Deborah Letow. Inge Guttman, Joyce Susswein. Sheila Chodorov, Judy Bravman.

Last, but not least, our thanks go to John Hayden and his staff for setting up and taking down our Sukkah. Other Activities Now that the 2010 High Holidays are over, we are busy planning for 2011. • We have prepared the schedule of services for 2011 and will publish it after we coordinate with E&R and the Interfaith Chapel to ensure that we have no scheduling conflicts. • A member of B’nai Shalom of Olney donated 600 brand new Machzorim to their Synagogue and we, in turn, became the beneficiaries of their “old” Machzorim. Thus next year we will be replacing the Silverman Machzor, published in 1939 with the more modern Machzor by Rabbi Harlow, first published by the Rabbinical Assembly in 1972. • Our Choir Director, Ed Laskin, works very hard throughout the year with his choir to ensure that our Friday Evening services are enlivened. We don’t have a specific opportunity to do so, but we want to use this forum to thank him for all his efforts.

  3   (Continued on Page 3) • One of our newest members, Elaine Shenberg, has approached Susan Weiss and volunteered to help with next years Sukkot program. We hope she inspires other new members to similarly volunteer. Torah Fumd It has become obvious to your committee that the Torahs we have are heavy and are difficult for members of JRLW to lift (Hagba) or to carry. Our hope is that in the not too distant future we can obtain a lighter (smaller?) Torah that our members can more easily handle. We do have a Torah Fund that contains a minimal amount in that account. We hope that we can re-energize our membership in the coming year to add to the Torah Fund as their venue for Tzedaka. Naturally, if one of our members would step-up and donate a new Torah that would be most welcome.

JRLW TELEPHONE LIST FOR THE YEAR MAY 1, 2010 --

MAY 31, 2011 Officers: President Dolly Soloman 301-598-1955 Vice-President K. Neil Ross 301-598-2994 Treasurer Mille White 301-438-0211

Directors: JRLW Newsletter Bernice Cohen 301-598-0192 Education Mort Rudo 301-598-1153 JRLW Singles Anita Van Grack 301-438-1431 Membership Sue Rudo 301-598-1153 Programs Sheila Chodorov 240-449-0229 Religious Materials Ellen Zweig 301-598-2144 Religious Services Gerry Sommer 301-598-6789 Allan Firestone 301-598-7311 Shiva Minyamin Egon Guttman 301-603-9415 Tzedakah Susan Weiss 301-460-6030 JRLW News Articles David Firestone 301-871-7454 JRLW Calendar Gerry Sommer 301-598-6789

BREAKFAST FORUM Sheila Chodorov

The November Breakfast will be held on Sunday, November 21, 2010 at 10:00 am in the Crystal Ballroom in Clubhouse 1. This will be our Chanukah meeting featuring a presentation by Liz Kruger. Liz Kruger is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, music educator and song-leader. Liz recently released her first solo album featuring upbeat musical arrangements of Hebrew, Yiddish and English songs for Shabbat. Since 1984, Liz has served as the musician-in-residence at the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington. She leads Oneg Shabbat celebrations, weekly sing-a-longs and entertains for special events at the Hebrew Home, Ring House, Revitz House and Landow House. You won't want to miss this program. To make your reservation, send your check(s) made payable to JRLW in the amount of $5.00 per member and $8.00 per non-member directly to Bella Rapaport, 3005 S. Leisure World Blvd., #301, Silver Spring, Maryland, 20906 Your check and reservation should be received by Bella on or before Thursday, November 18, 2010. The deadline for the December issue of the Newsletter is November 8. Articles received after November 8, will not be included.

  4   EDUCATION PROGRAMS Monday, November 1 and 15, 2010: (Continued) “The Art of Pissaro.” Myrna Teck, Ph.D. is an independent visual arts scholar. The course surveys the long and productive life and paintings of Jacob Camille Pissarro. 10:30 am, Clubhouse I – Fee $18. Wednesday, December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2010: “Aspects of Identity: Explorations of Jewish Life in the Modern World.” Rabbi Michael Fishbach from Temple Shalom is the instructor for this course. The course will explore the influence of modern day values and what they have on Jewish life. The subjects to be pursued and discussed are Israel, anti-Semitism, intermarriage and spirituality. Rabbi Fishbach encourages class participation. 10:30 am, Clubhouse I.

FELDSTEIN TO DISCUSS “POISONING THE PRESS”

NOVEMBER 8TH By Fred Shapiro Mark Feldstein will present his book “Poisoning the Press,” at 11:00 am, Clubhouse II. Tickets are available at the E&R office for a donation to JRLW of $6.00 per person. MARK FELDSTEIN teaches media and public affairs at George Washington University. He has worked for nearly twenty years as an on-air correspondent at CNN, ABC, and NBC, and is a two-time winner of the George Foster Peabody public-service award. An award winning former investigative journalist, Mark Feldstein reconstructs the Nixon-Anderson conflict of two men and their lasting impact on American politics and journalism

The Jewish Book Fair is an annual event of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington and is co-sponsored by the Jewish Residents of Leisure World in its joint program with Coming of Age. This year, JRLW is one of the official sponsors of the Book Fair taking place during the month of November at the JCCGW in Rockville. More information about the other authors scheduled can be obtained from the JCC.

JOHN EATON CONCERT HOLD THE DATE – DEC. 7

The world renown composer and musician John Eaton will perform at Leisure World in a partnership between the JRLW and JCCGW. The date is Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 1:00 PM in the Clubhouse II auditorium. Tickets are available at the E&R office for a donation of $15.00. Checks should be made out to JRLW. Eaton appears regularly at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. His music has been performed nationally and internationally including this year in Lincoln Center in New York City.

DEFIANT REQUIEM: VERDI AT TEREZIN

On Wednesday night, October 6, 2010, fifty-one people from Leisure World went on a bus to The Kennedy Center to a sold-out performance of Defiant Requiem: Verdi at Terezin. For me, the one word that covers the performance is: “Memorable” Theda Rosenblum

NEWSLETTER STAFF Bernice Cohen – Editor Nate Sternberg – Layout Fred Shapiro – Business

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Shirley Griffin - Asst. Editor

 MEMBERSHIP

We now have a total membership of 1140 members. When someone new moves in or if you have a neighbor who is not a member of JRLW, please let me know so we can invite them to join JRLW. As I’ve said before, everyone who is a member of JRLW or any organization is on the Membership Committee. Thanks to those of you who have encouraged others to join. It is very much appreciated. New Member Reception – Fifty new members have joined JRLW since the June 29 New Member Reception. A new member reception will again be held on Tuesday, November 16. An invitation letter will be mailed wit the details. Snowbirds – This Newsletter will be mailed for the months of December, January, February and March to those who are leaving the area for the winter. If you are remaining in the area this year, please let me know. I will be in touch with those on the list from last winter. If you plan to be out of the area this winter for the first time, please let me know, so that the Newsletter will be mailed to your winter address. Thanks. Sue A. Rudo, Membership Chair 301-598-1153 or suearudo@verizon.net

JRLW SINGLES The next meeting of the JRLW Singles Group will be held on Thursday, October 21, at 12:00 noon. The meeting will be followed by lunch and Bingo.

To make a reservation, call Fran Sanders at 301-598-0199.

COMEDIAN KEITH

BARANY IN CRYSTAL

BALLROOM

By Fred Shapiro The Jewish Residents of Leisure World will feature noted comedian and comedy writer Keith Barany November 30 at 1:00 PM in the Clubhouse I Crystal Ballroom. Light refreshments will be served.

Mr. Barany has been cited as “A fresh, original, brilliant, comic voice.” by the New York Post: “The wittiest comedian working today.” He has performed for the troops overseas, and in such entertainment centers as the Las Vegas casinos and hotels. People who seen Barany talk about the clean funny humor of his comedy act. It's an excellent night of laughter for the whole family

Among the TV shows he helped write are Seinfeld, Politically Incorrect , The Jimmy Kimmel Show and the 2004 Emmys. Barany has appeared with many major stars, including Bob Hope, Jerry Seinfeld, Joan Rivers, Ray Romano, Jon Stewart, Joy Behar, Lewis Black, and Ray Charles. Tickets are available from E&R for a donation made out to JRLW of $8.00. THE ODD COUPLE For all those who purchased tickets for “The Odd Couple,” on November 7, 2010, please

 

  6  be in front of Clubhouse II no later than 5:30 pm. The bus will leave by 6:00 pm. If you have any questions call Theda Rosenblum at 301-598-9105 Phyllys Hutt: PLEASE PASS THE TOMATOES Time passes swiftly. Now it is November and another Thanksgiving Day looms on the near horizon. This was always my father's favorite national holiday. In his retirement someone suggested that he find a hobby. So find one he did, and each summer he would announce that there would be lots of tomatoes to grace the Thanksgiving table that year, due to his prowess at being a "farmer extraordinaire". Alas, that never happened. My parents moved across the street from us when we had our little house in Langley Park. When Daddy semi-retired, the hobby that he found was gardening. After all, he was there. The yard was there. Why not? As a pharmacist for many years he was familiar with many medicines, medicinal herbs, knew all their Latin names, etc. However, he didn't know a rose from a petunia. Suddenly, he was a gardener! He became a self-proclaimed expert, devouring every book, article, newspaper clipping available on the subject. He wanted House and Garden to consider it worthy enough for a centerfold photo. He purchased every type of "garden aid" that existed, from fertilizer to lime, which he bought in 50 pound sacks. Never determining the ratio of lime to soil, the "aids" were dumped by the bagful along the flower beds and tomato plants. He would tamp the soil down and sweep it until it was flat. Mom told him not to "noodge" the plants, that it was a yard, not a kitchen floor! He ignored her and said that neatness was a virtue. With all the plant food, twine, metal stakes, sprays and Miracle-Gro, he would surely get a great crop. Finally, the tomato plants, despite the constant torture, abuse and frothy white "suds" that appeared each time it rained, produced seven or eight puny tomatoes. The flowers? Don't even ask. We figured out that the approximate

expenditure for Daddy's hobby came to $7.32 each. Maybe he should have tried to grow pumpkins. They are sturdier. RECIPE CORNER - Unstuffed Cabbage

A new twist on an old favorite Shirley Greenberg 2 lb ground meat 1 ½ lb shredded cabbqge 1 cup chilli sauce ¾ cup apricot jam 1 cup water 1 small can tomato sauce Heat last four ingredients to blend. Make small meatballs from the ground meat. Starting with cabbage, layer meat and cabbage alternately. Pour sauce over all. Bake for 1 ½ hours 375 ° oven.

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JRLW HOST FOR THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION

The Interfaith Committee will hold the annual Thanksgiving Celebration the evening of November 24th at 7:30 P.M. in the Interfaith Chapel. On a rotating basis with the four major religious groups on campus, this is JRLW’s year to host the service. Our own Rabbi Gary Fink will deliver the sermon. The service will include a number of Hebrew and English songs and prayers within the structure of an ecumenical program celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday. The choral group, consisting of members of the Protestant, Catholic and Jewish organizations in Leisure World, will sing a variety of English and Hebrew songs giving thanks for the bounty we enjoy here in the United States. Portions of the service will be

recited by members of the sponsoring organizations. In keeping with the spirit of the holiday, attendees are invited to bring donations of food (cans, jars or boxes) that will be given to Manna to feed the homeless. In lieu of food, there will be an opportunity to donate cash that will be forwarded to The 2009 Hunger Relief Campaign, or you can write a check to the LW Interfaith Committee for the Homeless and Working Poor. A basket will be on hand to collect the monetary donations. The Interfaith Committee is chaired by Reverend Robert Perry. JRLW members to the committee include Fred Shapiro, Joan Soffer, Allan Firestone and Ed Laskin.

TZEDAKAH For information about Tzedakah donations, or Oneg/Kiddush donations, please call Susan Weiss at 301-460-6030. Checks should be made out to JRLW and mailed to Susan Weiss. 3739 Glen Eagles Drive, Silver Spring MD 20906. Betty & Richard Hecht – Yahrzeits of Anna Hecht, Isaac Kruger and Harry Kruger. Erma & Robert Sloan in memory of dear daughter, Linda Sloan Allen, and in gratitude for Aliyah on Yom Kippur. Susan & Jerry Weiss in memory of Matty Feldman’s grandson, Benjamin Toulotte. Bernice Cohen in memory of Matty Feldman’s grandson, Benjamin Toulotte.

  8  Dolly Solomon in memory of Matty Feldman’s grandson, Benjamin Toulotte. Bernice Cohen – Yiskor donation. Mildred & David White in memory of Richard Schecter, brother of Toby Balin. Sue & Morty Rudy in memory of Richard Schecter, brother of Toby Bailin. Susan & Jerry Weiss for honors given them during the High Holidays. Susan & Jerry Weiss for Yiskor in memory of our parents and brother. Lilli & Leon Kawer in honor of the 50th anniversary of Cantor Michael Kravitz’ Bar Mitzvah. Bernice & Gerald Ritwo – Yiskor donation. Susan & Jerry Weiss in honor of the 50th anniversary of Cantor Michael Kravitz’ Bar Mitzvah. (Continued on Page 8) Betty & Ben Sachs – Yahrzeit donation in memory of parents. Florence & Robert Golomb – Yiskor donation. Carol & Jack Lerner – Yiskor donation in memory of parents, sister and brother Walter Budman for Aliyah during the High Holidays. Lucy & Ernie Pollak – Yiskor donation in memory of parents. Claire Goldman to the Wishner Family in memory of Stanley Wishner. David Kale for the honor of being called to the Torah during Yom Kippur.

Shirley & Manny Collier in honor of Manny’s Aliyah on Yom Kippur. Julia Schecker to Shirley Wishner and Family in memory of Stanley Wishner Madeline & Fred Shapiro – Yiskor donation in memory of parents. Joanne & Nate Sternberg – Yiskor donation in memory of parents. Sonya Korenblit – Yiskor donation in memory of parents, husband and daughter. Elaine & Jerry Daniels – Yiskor donation in memory of parents. Frances Feder – Yiskor Donation. Marilyn & George Kessler – Yiskor donation. Hyman Hirschberg – Yiskor donation. Rita & Aaron Weisstuch – Yiskor donation. Henry Sherr – Yiskor Donation. Ann & Lester Sussman – Yiskor donation in memory of Jack & Fae Sussman and Leah & Simon Miller. Charlotte & Larry Bardack for Aliyah on Rosh Hashanah, Yiskor and in memory of family and friends. Renee Lease in memory of parents, Martha & Sam Wolman and loving husband. Gerald Lease. ONEG/KIDDUSH DONATIONS Ruth Love in appreciation to JRLW for organizing and conducting the beautiful Yom Tov Services. Rosalind & Joel Kawer in honor of the 65th anniversary of parents, Lilli & Leon Kawer.

  9  Sonia M. Friedman in memory of mother, Anna N. Friedman around time of her 100th birthday. Oneg Donation by Jewish War Veterans, Post 567.

TORAH MAINTENANCE AND PRAYER BOOK FUND

Individuals can be honored and loved ones memorialized with a contribution to the JRLW Torah Maintenance Fund or Prayer Book Fund for a minimum of $25.00 Contact Ellen Zweig at 301-598- 2144 between 9:00 am & 9:00 pm. (Correction to last month’s listing: The donation made by Max Mudrick in memory of his wife was incorrectly listed as Thelma instead of Florence Mudrick.)

Elaine Wostein - A Prayer Book in memory of my brother, Alfred B. Rosin. (Continued on Page 9)

TORAH MAINTENANCE AND PRAYER BOOK FUND

(Continued) Sheldon Wilpon – A Prayer Book in memory of Alvin Herbert Wilpon. Sheldon Wilpon – Two Prayer Books in memory of my beloved wife, Eleanor Wilpon. Ruth L. Nemerofsky – A Prayer Book in memory of my beloved husband, Lou Nemerofsky. Betty Salzman – Four Prayer Books: in memory of Jack Held, in honor of Dick and Leslie Salzman, in honor of Alan and Diana Yun, and in honor of David and Rochelle Salzman

Mildred and David White – in honor of Joan Engleman becoming a Bat Mitzvah “Lady.” Helen and Jack Cubert – A Chumash in memory of Bernard Korenblit on his first Yahrzeit October 19, 2010. 11 Cheshvan 5771.

CONDOLENCES: To Betty Wahrhaftig on the death of her husband, Leon Wahrhaftig..   To Toby Balin on the death of his brother, Richard Schecter.    To Bernice Blumenthal on the death of her husband, Werner Blumenthal.    To Margaret Weisman on the death of her husband, Herman Weisman.   To Jay Graber on the death of his wife,Anita Graber. To Shirley Wishner on the death of her husband, Stan Wishner. To Matty Feldman on the death of his grandson, Benjamin Toulotte. To Susan Weiss on the death of her uncle.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

George and Gloria Pearlman - 3200 N. LWB. Adair Lederman - 15115 Interlachen. Barbara and Gerald Lerner - 8 Glen Eagles Court. Marion Bedell – 15310 Beaverbrook Ct. Jackie Hoffman - 15210 Elkridge Way. Renee Herskowitz – 15107 Interlachen.

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GOOD AND WELFARE Lillian Perlmeter, a 10-year resident of Leisure World, had to make an unexpectedly quick move to the Revitz House following emergency eye surgery, We wish her good luck in her new home, We will miss her. Congratulations to Herbert Ostrof, the new Post Commader of JWV Post 567 of Leisure World. We wish retiring Commander Milt Loube a swift return to good health. We hope all of the snow-birds have landed safely at their southern homes. We look forward to your return next spring. Madeline and Fred Shapiro took time from their busy schedule for a trip to Europe! We hope you enjoyed your trip and look forward to seeing Fred’s photos of their time abroad.

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Mt. Scopus Hadassah Rabbi Harold S. White will be the featured speaker at our Wednesday, November 17 meeting. Rabbi White has had a long distinguished career as the head of several congregations, as a U.S. Navy Chaplain, as a director of the B’nai B’rith Hillel Foundation at American University, as the Jewish Chaplain of Georgetown University, and as a professor of theology. His   topic  will   be   “Interfaith   Marriage:   What  Effect   Does   it   Have   on   Our   Jewish  Community.     Socializing begins at 12:30pm and the meeting starts at 1:00pm. Mt. Scopus has organized a bus trip to the “First Ever Hanukkah Tea” at the Strathmore. The $52 cost includes the bus, the amazing teas and refreshments served at the Strathmore, and entertainment. Send your check payable to Hadassah to Faye A. Freedman, 14 Finsbury Park Ct., Silver Spring, MD 20906. For more information, call her at 301-598-9919. A study group has been started that meets the third Monday of each month at 1:00pm. The next meeting is on November 15. The general topic for this year is “Jewish Women in the Bible.” Call Joan Lees (301-598-3768) or Deborah Letow (301-598-1189) for further information. Mah-Jongg cards are now being sold for March of 2011. The price is $7.00 for regular print and $8.00 for large print. The cards can be purchased by sending a check payable to Hadassah to Lois Cohan, 15107 Interlachen Dr. #511, Silver Spring, MD 20906. If you have any questions, please call Lois at 301-598-3202. Checks received now will be deposited within three weeks. The cards will be delivered in March. Miriam Gilbert is selling the 2011 Entertainment Books for Maryland/DC, Northern Virginia, and Baltimore. The cost

is $30. Please call her at 301-438-3998 to order your copy. Our next big event will be the Yesodot Israeli Dance Troupe on Sunday, December 12 at 2:00pm. This group of teenagers, under the direction of Pepe Strauss and Mike Fox, will perform a variety of dances representing different aspects of Israel. The troupe performs locally and also travels to dance festivals outside of the DC area. The cost is $10. Tickets will be available at the E&R Office in Clubhouse I starting on November 2. Make your check payable to Hadassah. Hadassah sponsors many activities to further the worthwhile projects it supports in medical, educational, and social programs in Israel and in the USA. Please contact the following to contribute: Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO): Sonya Korenblit (301-598-3497). IMA/Youth Aliyah: Helen Cubert (301-603-0061). Hadassah cards: Miriam Gilbert (301-438-3998). Hadassah certificates: Chapter Office (301-881-8203). JNF trees and water certificates: Natalie Lewis (301-598-4798).  

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POST 567    NEXT BRUNCH NOV 7TH 10:15 AM - CLUBHOUSE 1. All are welcome. Jeffrey Greenhut, Ph.D will speak on JEWISH LIFE IN AMERICA: THE MILITARY DIMENSION and the National Museum of Jewish Military History. This promises to be a most interesting and entertaining talk, one that you surely will enjoy.  The brunch buffet is plentiful and delicious, complete with lox, eggs, and much more for a nominal fee of $13. If interested, please make your reservation check payable to JWV Post 567 and mail it to Marvin Franklin, 3200 N.L.W.B. Apt 709, S.S. Md, 20906      Business Meeting will be Nov 10th at 10 AM in Clubhouse 1. See directory for room assignment. Important matters to be acted upon. Your thoughts and ideas will receive the utmost consideration so please come and be heard. All members in good standing are urged to bring along a prospective member to partake in the refreshments and camaraderie.      VETERANS DAY SABBATH SERVICES AT THE INTERFAITH CHAPEL NOV 5TH AT 8 PM - JWV POST 567 is once again privileged to participate in the Sabbath Services honoring all of our veterans. Who served in the defense of our great nation and who fought to preserve our way of life and our freedom of religion? The Secretary of Maryland Department of Veteran Affairs, Edward Chow, will address the congregation. Secretary Chow is quite entertaining and an interesting speaker. He will be introduced by Colonel (Ret) USAF Erwin Burtnick who is also the Maryland State Commander of the Jewish War Veterans.      NOV 6TH AT 9 AM VETERANS DAY SABBATH SERVICES AT HAR TZEON AGUDATH ACHIM CONGREGATION.. Call Bernie Kipperman 301-438-9646 for information. NOV 12TH VETERANS DAY SABBATH DINNER 6 PM AND SERVICES 8 PM

AT B’NAI SHALOM OF OLNEY. In appreciation for the unsolicited donations made by a number of our members, B’nai Shalom of Olney will be honoring Post 567 at their Sabbath Dinner and Services. Call Danny Bass 301-438-8131 for information.      NOV 14TH AT 11 AM AMERICAN-ISRAEL SOLIDARITY RALLY AT LAFAYETTE PARK. All members, families and friends who are concerned about the welfare of Israel at this crucial time in their historical struggle and who feel the need to express their moral support for the Israeli People and who favor a strong, binding and continuing relationship of goodwill and brotherhood between America and Israel, are urged to attend the Rally to demonstrate to the world that America is a true and trusted ally who can be relied on as a faithful and loyal friend. You may recall that on 9/11/01 nearly 3000 Americans were murdered by 19 Arabs and while much of the Arab world celebrated and danced in the streets the Israeli People offered aid and sent their prayers and condolences to the American People. It is time for us, the American People, to rally in support of our trusted and true friend Israel. It's time to raise our voices now. For more information you may contact JWV Representatives: Danny Bass 301-438-8131 or Jerry Jacobs 301-438-3556      U.S.NAVAL ACADEMY TRIP OCT 22 WAS A COMPLETE SELL OUT. Once again, this popular event received overwhelming support of our members and friends. Participation with the Naval Cadets at the Sabbath Services and the Oneg Shabbat is truly a spiritual and patriotic experience. We are grateful for the support that this program has received.      Reminder: Our new Post Commander is Herbert Ostrof 301-598-3525. He is dedicated to the Veterans and their families and loyal to the ideals of the Jewish War Veterans. He should be admired for assuming this high office on short notice. Herb possesses the right mix of leadership and integrity to make an outstanding contribution during his tenure. He will do well.  

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CONSIDERATIONS IN STRUCTURING NEW

RELATIONSHIPS

BETH SHAPIRO, LCSW-C COMING OF AGE IN MARYLAND

PROGRAM JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY

Do you recall the scene in the movie “Ten Things I Hate About You” when the young lady must read her poem to the class about the guy she secretly adores? She begins with “I hate the way you talk to me, and the way you cut your hair,” but ultimately concludes, “I hate it that you're not around, and the fact that you didn't call. But mostly I hate the way I don't hate you. Not even close, not even a little bit, not even at all.”

As the poem reflects, being in a new relationship is not easy – it can even confuse you with conflicting feelings. You need to give the other person an opportunity to learn who you are and what you want and need. As I speak to Leisure World residents attending the Coming of Age in Maryland events, I find many people have questions about pursuing new relationships, with the opposite sex in particular.

For older people with many life experiences, expectations around dating have changed dramatically. A serious relationship today does not necessarily mean there will be a formal union. Nor does it imply living in the same house or sharing finances. Activities like spending time with family members, celebrating holidays and even intimacy need to be carefully reviewed and discussed to meet the expectations of each member of a couple.

Other issues an older adult needs to think about when dating today may include the varying reasons people seek new relationships. In forming a new couple, are the reasons of each person compatible? Some may wish to find love and fulfillment in

caring for the needs of another or, conversely, in receiving care. Some may see being part of a couple as an easier way to socialize. In some cases, seniors wish to reduce feelings of loneliness and therefore may enter a relationship that brings companionship but not necessarily love. The social workers in JSSA’s Senior Services are highly trained and experienced professionals who can assist you in thinking through your relationships. They can help you carefully consider your options to meet your current and future needs. If you would like to discuss your relationship concerns in JSSA’s confidential and supportive environment, please feel free to call me directly at (301) 816-2665 or email me at bshapiro@jssa.org. You can also call JSSA’s Intake Department directly at (301) 816-2633 to schedule an appointment. Visit www.jssa.org to learn more about JSSA’s wide array of services and programs.

B'NAI B'RITH David Firestone Our next meeting is November 17 in Clubhouse II. Our guest is Matthew Celentano, Deputy Director of the Maryland Citizens' Health Initiative. His organization has exposed a drug company scheme to mislead churches and community groups, helped stop the conversion of the state's largest non-profit insurer, passed significant legislation to provide cheaper prescription drugs, and expand Medicaid and health care coverage to over 200,000 individuals, as well as the landmark Fair Share Health Care bill. Matt is a Baltimore native who graduated from the University of Vermont with honors. Matt will discuss his organization's work to provide good health care and less costly prescription drugs for all citizens of Maryland. (Continued on Page 14)

  15  Come and learn more about the work of the Maryland Citizens' Health Initiative and the current status of health care in Maryland. For additional information on B'nai B'rith, call David Firestone at 301-871-7454.

NA'AMAT Ruth Reid, President Na’Amat Greater

Washington Council/RBZ Our Annual Book & Author Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, November 9 th at the Norbeck Country Club. Our authors are Steve Roberts whose book is "From Every End of the Earth" A poignant and eye opening look at immigration in America today. Sarah Pekkanen "The Opposite of Me" the story of twin sisters who are complete opposites-or so they think. Peter Manseau "Songs for the Butcher's Daughter" a rich tapestry of European and American Jewish life at the turn of the century. Our moderator is Leslie Milk of the Washingtonian Magazine. Everyone is welcome to attend. . The cost is $48.00 (choice of entree...crusted salmon or roasted vegetable platter.) If you are interested in coming to this event. please contact Helen Fried (301 438-3325 NA'AMAT RBZ November Calendar Wednesday, November 3 Open Meeting 12:30 pm. Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Book & Author Luncheon 11:30 am. Norbeck Country Club

HAR TZEON-AGUDATH ACHIM

NOVEMBER PROGRAMS 11:00am Exercise with Mim Parizer or Current Events with Judge Marvin Roth and Ed Morgenstern 1:00pm Yiddish Class with Marcia Levinsohn AFTERNOON PROGRAMS Thursday, November 4 Ed Fritz "Who is Alfred Dreyfus?: The Dreyfus Affair" Thursday, November 11 Bob Lachin at the piano "An Afternoon of Beautiful Music" Thursday, November 18 Deborah Cerullo, Occupational Therapist "What You Can Do to Prevent Falls" Thursday, November 25 HAPPY THANKSGIVING, no program Tuesday, November 16 RBZ Council Board Meeting 10:00 am.

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2010

For  registration  and  information,  call    301-­‐  348-­‐3832  For  social  Services,  call  301-­‐816-­‐2665    Sunday, November 7, 2:00 PM The Pajama Game F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre 603 Edmonston Dr.,Rockville Ticket $17; Transp. (from selected sites)$10 “Pajama Game,” a Tony Award-winning Best Musical jumps with joy and laughter! There are labor troubles in a pajama factory with workers demanding a 71/2 cents raise. In the midst of this ordeal, love blossoms! Sid , the shop manager, has to juggle his job, his heart, and his conscience to find a solution. Monday, November 8, 11:00AM – 12:00 PM JCC Book Festival Comes to Leisure World Mark Feldstein-“Poisoning the Press” Leisure World-Clubhouse I Tickets $ 6 An award winning former investigative journalist, Mark Feldstein reconstructs the Nixon-Anderson conflict in this groundbreaking history of two men and their lasting impact on American politics and journalism. Hear recently released tapes of the former President, never heard before!! Friday, , November 19, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Special concert at Strathmore Mansion Jazz Singer, Lena Seikaly Ticket $12; Transportation $8 (LIMITED TICKETS!) Ms. Seikaly is a young D.C. vocalist who is gaining a national reputation with her rich Ticket $12; Transportation $8 (LIMITED TICKETS!) Ms. Seikaly is a young D.C. vocalist who is gaining a national reputation with her rich and powerful voice. Monday, November 22, 11:00 –2:00 PM Day @ The J, 6125 Montrose Rd. Rockville 3-Course Hot Lunch $5; Transp. $5 11:00am-12:00pm- Laughter Yoga w/ Shari

Delaney- FREE 12:00 pm- Hot lunch 1:00-2:00pm Docent from the American Art Museum; “1934- The American Scene”- FREE As part of the New Deal, President Roosevelt realized Americans needed not only employment, but the inspiration art could provide. “The American Scene”, is an interpretation by artists across the United States, who participated in a program administered by the Treasury Dept. These artists were asked to depict the American Scene and were encouraged to interpret this idea freely. These artworks vividly capture the realities and ideals of Depression-era America.

A Feat of Determination

JRLW is in for a treat on November 13th. Joan Engelman will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah.

Joan has studied very hard for the past year

to learn how to read Hebrew (aleph, bet, gimmel, ….) and then learned to read her portion of the Torah. We all know, reading the Torah is a feat in itself.

Joan was born in Philadelphia, moved to Bowie, MD, moved again to Florida and is now part of our community. Joan has 3 sons; Jay, Gary and Vic and one daughter, Donna. We’ll let Joan tell you about all of her grandchildren.

Come to the Conservative Services on Nov 13th and celebrate a wonderful experience for JRLW and perhaps others in our community would like to do the same.

 

  17  THANKSGIVING IS:

Families getting together. Turkey and stuffing. Pumpkin pie and apple pie. Catching up with family news— Finding out who is pregnant and who is getting married. Watching the Thanksgiving Day Macy’s parade. The guys watching the football game. Children talking about school. Grandma’s special dish. Everyone helping set the table. Lots of leftover food. Add one more thing: bring a can or a bag of food to the Interfaith Chapel to help feed the hungry.

 

 

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EDITORIAL Bernice Cohen

It was Monday morning in this past October. As I went over in my mind the many small tasks I had to do that day, I felt a little overwhelmed. There was the Newsletter to work on. I needed to take some things to the dry cleaners and then there had to be a quick trip to K-mart to return something. I had a little sticky-note on the cabinet reminding me to call PEPCO about my bill. It was my husband’s Yahrzeit—is it possible that three years have passed since his death? The computer had decided to act up and give me a hard time. Then there was the JRLW Board Meeting that night. A trip to the grocery store was another thing on my list. A phone call came from one of my best friends; she has been suffering from a malady which has stumped the doctors. Now she was calling from Florida with more bad news about her condition. I was dragging around the condo; picking up papers, wiping a counter top and all the while fuming to myself about what had to be done that day. I automatically walked out on the balcony to open the blinds. I glanced out and WOW! Down on the street in front of my building, a tree had turned overnight from green to a bright orange. It was beautiful! What a heart-stopping reminder of God’s handiwork. I could not take my eyes off that tree. I knew that I would carry that image around with me for the rest of the day. I had to smile and my heart warmed.

Did seeing that sight and feeling the beauty make my day any easier? No. I wish I could say that it did, but it would not be true. I still had errands to run, phone calls to make, computer to deal with, editing to do for the Newsletter and a meeting that night. But the difference is that my heart felt a little lighter as the image of that orange-colored tree stayed with me throughout the day and evening. I had my own little moment of Thanksgiving for the beauty of our world. It has been a tradition in my family that when we gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving, we go around the table giving each person a chance to say one thing he/she is thankful for. This year I hope I remember the beautiful orange tree that changed my day and made my heart smile. I hope you and your family have a lovely Thanksgiving. And I hope we remember all the things, large and small, that we have to be thankful for.

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JOIN  THE  JEWISH  COMMUNITY  OF  LEISURE  WORLD  AND  GREATER  DC  AS  WE  RALLY  TO  

SUPPORT  THE  STATE  OF  ISRAEL    

NOVEMBER  14,  2010  AT  11:00  AM  LAFAYETTE  PARK,  WASHINGTON,  DC  

   LET  US  SHOW  OUR  SOLIDARITY  WITH  ISRAEL  IN  THE  EFFORT  TO  BRING  A  LASTING  PEACE  AND  TRUE  SECURITY  TO  THE  MIDEAST.      

SPONSORED  IN  LEISURE  WORLD  BY:    JEWISH  RESIDENTS  OF  LEISURE  WORLD    

JEWISH  WAR  VETERANS    B’NAI  B’RITH    HADASSAH    NA’AMAT  

   

BUS  TRANSPORTATION  IS  AVAILABLE  AT  $15.00  ROUNDTRIP;  WE  MUST  HAVE  RESERVATIONS  BY  NOVEMBER  5TH  TO  ASSURE  ADEQUATE  NUMBER  OF  BUSES  

TO  BRING  OUR  RESIDENTS  TO  THE  RALLY.  BUSES  WILL  LEAVE  FROM  CLUBHOUSE  II  AT  9:30  AM.    BE  THERE  BY  9:15  AM.  

 SEND  RESERVATIONS  AND  CHECKS  MADE  OUT  TO  JRLW    

MAIL  TO:  TO  JRLW,  PO  BOX  9219,  SILVER  SPRING,  MD  20916;    IF  YOU  HAVE  A  QUESTION,  CONTACT  NAOMI  KLINE    

AT  240-­669-­7683.  NO  CALLS  ON  THE  SABBATH,  PLEASE.                  

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The Western Wall By: Fred Shapiro

 

                                                                     

 

 

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Have A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING